Tie Hack campground
Tie Hack
The campground includes several amenities, such as picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets. The area is first-come, first-serve, with 11 campsites available, each offering ample space for campers and RVs. An interesting fact about the camping area is that it was originally used by tie hacks, who cut and hauled railroad ties down the nearby river.
The best time of year to visit the Tie Hack Camping Area is during the summer months, when temperatures average around 70 degrees Fahrenheit during the day and 40 degrees Fahrenheit at night. Visitors can enjoy hiking, fishing, and other outdoor activities during this time, although the area is also popular for winter sports such as snowmobiling and cross-country skiing during the colder months. Overall, the Tie Hack Camping Area offers a unique and picturesque camping experience in the heart of Wyoming's natural beauty.
What's on-site at Tie Hack
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Tie Hack, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tie Hack Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Hettinger Group Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Middle Fork | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Circle Park Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Circle Park | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Tie Hack -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Clear Creek Near Buffalo | 116 cfs | → |
| Rock Creek Near Buffalo | 70 cfs | → |
| South Piney Creek At Willow Park | 0 cfs | → |
| Piney Creek At Kearny | 113 cfs | → |
| North Fork Powder River Near Hazelton | 3 cfs | → |
| Nf Powder River Below Pass Creek | 50 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Tie Hack -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hansen Sawmill | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Hansen Sawmill Snotel | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Soldier Park | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Soldier Park Snotel | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Cloud Peak Reservoir | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Cloud Peak Reservoir | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
Fishing spots
- Tie Hack Reservoir
- Lake Desmet
- Veterans Cove Fishing Site
- Healy Lake
- Upper Paintrock Fishing Site
- Sheridan Fairgrounds Pond
Points of interest
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Tie Hack as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Tie Hack
Can I make reservations at Tie Hack?
Yes -- this campground accepts reservations. Snoflo recommends booking early for peak season; check the operator (Recreation.gov / state park system / private operator) for the booking window and cancellation policy.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Tie Hack?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Tie Hack.